THE CONSTITUTION AND BY-LAWS OF METRO MANILA COLLEGE-BASIC EDUCATION

DEPARTMENT SUPREME STUDENT GOVERNMENT

Preamble

We, the students of Metro Manila College- Basic Education Department with the help of
Almighty God, believing in the need for a better organized Supreme Student Government, and in the
development of the youth as future leaders of the nation, do hereby promulgate and adopt this
Constitution and By-laws of the Supreme Student Governments in Secondary Schools that shall advance,
implement, and maintain our goals and aspirations, embody the ideals and principles of freedom, equality,
justice and democracy. And promote the welfare of all students and the academic standards of our Alma
Mater.

Article I

General Provisions

Section 1 This Constitution and By-Laws shall be known as the Constitution and By Laws of the
Supreme Student Government of Metro Manila College- Basic Education Department
which shall hereinafter be referred to as the SSG.

Section 2 For purposes of this Constitution and By-Laws, SSG refers to the Supreme Student
Government of Metro Manila College- Basic Education Department.

Article II

Name and Domicile

Section 1 The name of this Supreme Student Government organization shall be known as the
Supreme Student Government of Metro Manila College- Basic Education Department
which shall hereinafter be referred to as the SSG.

Section 2 The seat of the SSG shall be located inside the premises of the school.

ARTICLE III

DECLARATION OF PRINCIPLES, OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES

PRINCIPLES

SECTION 1. The SSG shall have the power which emanates from the student body. It shall be
autonomous, unified and the highest democratic representative of the student body.

SECTION 2. The SSG shall uphold and adhere with the Vision Mission Goals and Objectives
of Metro Manila College and Department of Education “to protect and to promote the
right of every Filipino to quality, equitable, culture – based and complete basic
education” where “students learn in a child –friendly, gender – sensitive, safe and
motivating environment”.
 2.1 The Vision Mission Goals and Objectives of Metro Manila College and the
Department of Education shall serve as the guide of the SSG in working to
serve the best interest of the student body.

SECTION 3. The SSG is founded on the principles of participatory democracy, responsible servant
– leadership, collaboration, unity, accountability and efficiency in serving the student
body.

SECTION 4. The SSG shall be committed in putting these values, principles and ideals into
action through academic, socio – civic, leadership programs and activities.

OBJECTIVES

SECTION 5. The SSG shall be the forefront of the students’ rights and welfare, and shall be
the model of the students’ excellence, grounded on good character, and deep sense of
moral values.

SECTION 6. The SSG shall have the following objectives:

6.1 to help students develop passionate love of country, values and

competencies that will enable them to realize their full potential and to
contribute meaningfully in building the nation;

6.2 to represent the students in the policy – making body of the school
concerning the students’ rights and welfare;

6.3 to help develop a student – friendly, safe and motivating environment

6.4 to nurture an inclusive, service – oriented, gender – sensitive, and

environment conscious community;

6.5 to help develop self – confidence, critical thinking, problem – solving,

decision – making and learning among the student body and to utilize
these skills in contributing towards nation building.

6.6 to empower the students to strive for excellence in the academics,

leadership, and social responsibility, to encourage the students to be
proactive members of the society;

6.7 to uphold the values, principles and ideals of Metro Manila College and the
Department of Education;

6.8 to serve, to protect and to promote the rights and welfare of every student.

POLICIES

SECTION 7. The SSG shall be the highest governing body of the students.
SECTION 8. The SSG shall pursue at all times, the values of honesty and integrity in service,
renouncing all forms of corruption and acts which are contrary to the rules and
regulations of Metro Manila College and the Department of Education.

SECTION 9. The SSG shall encourage an open communication and dialogue with other student
organizations, movements, and other sectors of society not inconsistent with its
principles and purposes.

SECTION 10. The SSG shall remain at all times, accountable and transparent with all its transactions
involving the interest of its constituents who they must serve with outmost
responsibility, integrity, commitment and loyalty, team work, excellence and
professionalism.

SECTION 11. The SSG shall strive to pursue an independent stand, not dictated by any other sector,
other than the students, as long as these are not contrary to the Mission – Vision
Statement and Core Values of Metro Manila College and Department of Education.

ARTICLE IV

MEMBERSHIP

SECTION 1. All bona fide students of Metro Manila College- Basic Education Department are
members of the student body to whom the SSG shall be committed to serve and to be
accountable at all times.

ARTICLE V

BILL OF RIGHTS

SECTION 1. Every student has the right to learn in an inclusive, child – friendly, gender – sensitive,
safe and motivating environment.

SECTION 2. Every student has the right to enjoy responsible freedom of speech and expression.

SECTION 3. Every student has the right to avail of all the services offered by the SSG which
includes but not limited to organizing, joining and actively participating in clubs,
organizations, groups and other associations for purposes not contrary to existing
policies.

SECTION 4. Every student has the right to conduct and to actively participate in all school
activities and programs.

SECTION 5. Every student has the right to information of the programs, rules, policies, regulations
and other matters concerning them.

SECTION 6. Every student has the right to suffrage, to apply for a position, to nominate, and to be
elected into office, and to exercise electoral practices.

SECTION 7. Every student has the right to responsible and independent operation of the student
elections ans student publication
SECTION 8. Every student has the right to proper representation and participation in different
meetings and assemblies of the school on issues affecting the welfare of the student
body.

SECTION 9. Every student has the right to recall their SSG representatives.

SECTION 10. Every student has the right to due process.

SECTION 11. Every student has the right to professional competence from the teachers and school
administration.

SECTION 12. Every student has the right to be academically evaluated based on equal and objective
criteria.

SECTION 13. Every student has the right to an open and regular student – teacher and student –
school administration dialogue.

SECTION 14. Every student has the right to freely and responsibly express their concerns, views and
grievances.

SECTION 15. Every student has the right to equal, legitimate and responsible use of adequate, safe,
clean and efficient school facilities.

ECTION 16. All the rights as specified in DepEd Order No. 40, s. 2012 entitled DepEd Child
Protection Policy but are not specified herein are included as rights of the students.

ARTICLE VI

DUTIES AND OBLIGATIONS OF STUDENTS

SECTION 1. Every student has the responsibility to observe and to uphold the laws of the Republic
of the Philippines, the rules and regulations of Metro Manila College, and this
Constitution at all times.

SECTION 2. Every student shall exercise his / her rights responsibly and in good faith.

SECTION 3. Every student shall support and promote the ideals, principles, thrusts and
objectives of the SSG, Metro Manila College and the Department of Education.

SECTION 4. Every student shall uphold the values of honesty and integrity.

SECTION 5. Every student shall endeavor to achieve academic excellence and shall abide by the
rules and regulations governing his / her academic responsibilities.

SECTION 6. Every student shall pursue to nurture an inclusive, service – oriented, gender –
sensitive, and environment conscious community.

SECTION 7. Every student shall abide by the Supreme Student Government Constitution and By –
Laws.

SECTION 8. Every student shall support the activities and programs of the SSG, Metro Manila
College and the Department of Education as approved by the appropriate DepEd
issuances.
SECTION 9. Every student shall strive to become a better proactive member of the society and to
contribute in the development of his / her community.

ARTICLE VII

POWERS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE SSG

SECTION 1 The SSG shall be the highest governing body of the entire studentry.

SECTION 2. The SSG shall have the following functions and responsibilities:

2.1 To uphold and enforce the provisions of the Supreme Student Government
By – Laws and Constitution;

2.2 To support and to promote the ideals, principles, thrusts, and objectives of
the SSG, Metro Manila College and the Department of Education;

2.3 To ensure fair, efficient, and effective delivery of services to student body;

2.4 To formulate and to recommend programs that will address relevant issues
and concerns of the students;

2.5 To plan, to implement, and to enforce policies designed to protect and

promote the students’ rights and welfare;

2.6 To monitor and to evaluate the students’ activities in the school and in the
community;

2.7 To create committees as may be necessary to address the needs of the

students;

2.8 To make recommendations to school authorities regarding student matters,

affairs and activities;

2.9 To serve as a representative of the students in voicing their opinions,

suggestions and grievances;

2.10 To act as a Coordinating Council of all co – curricular organizations in the

School;

2.11 To have such powers and duties as the school authorities and the student
body may, from time to time, grant or delegate, consistent with stated
principles, objectives and school policies;

2.12 To spearhead all DepEd driven thrusts, projects, programs and activities of
the SSG;

2.13 To monitor and to coordinate with the Supreme Student Government

Commission on Elections every election period;
 2.14 To monitor and to coordinate elections of other recognized campus co –
curricular organizations;

2.15 To recommend to the School Head granting, renewal or revocation of

accreditations of campus student organizations;

2.16 To turn over financial assets, papers, documents, properties and other
responsibilities to the incoming SSG Officers; and,

2.17 To submit financial and accomplishment reports to the school

authorities on a monthly basis. A terminal report must be submitted to the
school authorities and the incoming SSG Officers during the turn – over of
responsibilities.

ARTICLE VIII

COMPOSITION, ELECTION, QUALIFICATIONS AND TERM OF OFFICE OF THE SSG

SECTION 1. The officers of the SSG are the duty elected President, Vice-President, Secretary,
Treasurer, Auditor, Public Information Officer, Peace Officer, Grade Level Chairperson if
and the Grade Level Representatives.

SECTION 3. The Grade Level Councilor / Grade Level Representative who shall get the highest
number of votes among the elected Grade Level Councilor / Grade Level
Representative in their respective grade level shall serve as the Grade Level
Chairperson of the grade level concerned.

SECTION 4. All SSG elections shall be conducted school - wide annually

SECTION 5. The campaign procedures and elections shall be in accordance with the SPG / SSG
COMELEC Standard Election Code.

SECTION 6. Candidates for all the SPG / SSG elective positions shall:

6.1 Be bona fide students;

6.2 Be of good academic standing with a general average of 85 and above

without any failing grade during the 1st to 3rd grading period of the current
school year;

6.3 Be of good moral character;

6.4 Have not been subjected to any disciplinary sanction;

6.5 Have submitted the SPG / SSG Election Application Packet to be approved by
a representative of the SPG / SSG Commission on Elections;

SECTION 7. Once elected, all SPG / SSG Officers, excerpt the Grade Level Chairpersons, Councilors
and Representatives, shall be considered resigned and ineligible from all major elective
or appointive positions in other clubs and organizations. Major appointive positions
shall refer to the positions of President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Auditor,
Public Information Officer, Peace Officer or equivalent positions, including Editor – in –
Chief, Managing Editor and Associate Editor of the School Paper or Publication.

SECTION 8. No residency shall be required of the candidates for all the SSG elective positions.
SECTION 9. The officers of the SSG shall hold office for one (1) school year.

ARTICLE IX

DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS OF STUDENT GOVERNMENT OFFICERS

SSG PRESIDENT

SECTION 1. The SSG President shall be the chief executive officer of the SSG. He / She
shall have the following duties:

1.1 Officially represent the student body at any function on off the campus;

1.2 Preside over all meetings and / or may designate another officer to preside
a specific meeting;

1.3 Serve as ex-officio member of all executive committees;

1.4 Enforce this Constitution, By – Laws and other regulations that may be
promulgated;

1.5 Sign all the official minutes, project proposals, resolutions,

correspondences, and other official papers of the SSG;

1.6 Represent the SSG or designate his / her representative for any external or
internal affairs / functions;

1.7 Head the Coordinating Council of School Co – Curricular Organizations;

1.8 Implement SSG programs and projects;

1.9 Create Ad Hoc Committees, as the need arises. The Chairperson shall be
appointed by the SSG President; and

1.10 Perform other functions inherent and incidental to his / her office.

VICE PRESIDENT

SECTION 2. The Vice President shall have the following duties:

2.1 Assist the President in all matters where his / her assistance is necessary;

2.2 Assume the Office of the President should the position become vacant;

2.3 Supervise members in planning and arranging meetings or programs of

activities;

2.4 Head the Internal Affairs Committee, conceptualize programs and projects
and plan activities with the Grade Level Councilors / Representatives; and,

2.5 Perform other duties assigned by the SSG.

SECRETARY
SECTION 3. The Secretary shall have the following duties:

3.1 Keep accurate records of the minutes and document proceedings of every
meeting;

3.2 Keep a file of all pertinent documents and papers of the SSG and make
them accessible to the student body;

3.3 Provide immediate documentations and reports for every implemented

project;

3.4 Call and prepare all notices of SSG meetings;

3.5 Head of SSG Secretariat; and,

3.6 Perform other duties assigned by the SSG.

TREASURER

SECTION 4. The Treasurer shall have the following duties:

4.1 Keep all financial records of the SSG and be one responsible for any
information related to the student activity fund;

4.2 Serve as the disbursing officer of all the SSG’s funds;

4.3 Prepare the annual budget of the SSG;

4.4 Prepare accurate and transparent financial reports every month, after every
activity, and at the end of term;

4.5 Formulate pertinent financial guidelines for the organization;

4.6 Serve as an ex – officio member of any and all Financial Committee for the
purpose of considering budgetary, and / or financial matters of the SSG;

4.7 Conduct an inventory of all SSG property and submit a report, in writing, of
it condition and state; and,

4.8 Perform other duties assigned by the SSG.

AUDITOR

SECTION 5. The Auditor shall have the following duties:

5.1 Certify the legitimacy and correctness of the disbursement of funds;

5.2 Audit all expenditures of the SSG funds;

5.3 Assist the Treasurer in formulating guidelines and reports;

5.4 Keep and update inventory of all the SSG’s property;

5.5 Act as the assistant head of the Finance Committee; and,

5.6 Perform other duties assigned by the SSG.

PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER / P.I.O

SECTION 6. The Public Information Officer shall have the following duties:

6.1 Disseminate and promote the thrusts and objectives of the SSG;

6.2 Build and maintain a credible image of the SSG;

6.3 Take charge in the promotion of SSG projects and activities;

6.4 Head the Publicity Committee; and,

6.5 Perform other duties assigned by the SSG.

PEACE OFFICER / P.O.

SECTION 7. The Peace Officer shall have the following duties:

7.1 Help the presiding officer to maintain peace and order during meetings;

7.2 Act as disciplinary officer, if necessary;

7.3 Maintain peace and order within the premises of the school;

7.4 Act as chief peace officer and over all Sergeant-at-Arms of subordinate
organization and classes;

7.5 Chair the Students’ Welfare Committee and appoint its members; and,

7.6 Perform other duties assigned by the SSG.

GRADE LEVEL COUNCILOR/S

SECTION 8. The Grade Level Chairperson/s shall have the following duties:

8.1 Act as the grade level head coordinator of all SSG programs and projects to
the Grade Level Councilor/s /Representative/s of his . Her grade level;

8.2 Perform other duties assigned by the SSG.

GRADE LEVEL CHAIRPERSON/S AND REPRESENTATIVE/S

SECTION 9. The Grade Level Councilor/s and Representative/s shall have the following duties:

9.1 Represent his/her grade level in all of the meetings of the SPG / SSG;

9.2 Serve as the grievance desk for their respective grade level;

9.3 Conceptualize and implement programs and projects for their respective
grade level;

9.4 Assist in the effective implementation of the SSG’s programs and projects;
and,
 9.5 Perform other duties assigned by the SSG.

ARTICLE X

PERMANENT COMMITTEES IN THE STUDENT GOVERNMENT

SECTION 1. There shall be seven (7) permanent committees in the SSG; namely, the Executive
Committee, Internal Affairs Committee, Secretariat Committee, Finance Committee,
Publicity Committee, Students’ Welfare Committee and Special Projects Committees.
Members of each committee in the SSG shall be appointed by the President from
among the officers of the homeroom organizations upon which the recommendation
of the chairperson of the committee.

SECTION 2. The Executive Committee shall be headed by the President and shall act as the
administrative arm of the SSG.

SECTION 3. The Internal Affairs Committee shall be headed by the Vice President and shall take
charge of all the matters regarding the members of the SSG and their functions.

SECTION 4. The Secretariat shall be headed by the Secretary shall be the official SSG work group.

SECTION 5. The Finance Committee shall be headed by the Treasurer and shall be assisted by the
Auditor. This committee shall take charge of all monetary matters and properties of
the SSG.

SECTION 6. The Publicity Committee shall be headed by the Public Information Officer and shall be
responsible for disseminating information on matters concerning the SSG.

SECTION 7. The Students’ Welfare Committee shall be headed by the Peace Officer and shall look
after the rights of the students and act upon their complaints.

SECTION 8. The Special Projects Committee shall be headed by a person appointed by the
President and shall implement special programs and projects of the Department of
Education.

SECTION 9. Other committees, permanent or ad hoc and in nature, may be created by the SSG as
the need arises.

ARTICLE XI

HOMEROOM CLASS ORGANIZATIONS

SECTION 1. There shall be a homeroom class organization in every section composed of officers
parallel to the organizational structure of the SSG.

SECTION 2. The homeroom class organization shall be responsible in implementing programs and
projects of each class.

SECTION 3. The homeroom class organization shall assist the SSG in implementing its programs
and projects.
SECTION 4. The homeroom class organization shall be guided by the designated class adviser who
must be part of the teaching staff of the school.

ARTICLE XII

COORDINATING COUNCIL OF CAMPUS CO-CURRICULAR ORGANIZATIONS

SECTION 1. The Coordinating Council shall be headed by the President of the SSG as the
Chairperson.

SECTION 2. The Coordinating Council shall be composed of the different Presidents of all
recognize legitimate campus co-curricular organizations.

SECTION 3. The Coordinating Council shall have the following functions:

3.1 Coordinate school - wide activities, which need the participation and
involvement of the whole student body.

3.2 Provide and support a consultative mechanism and support for the
implementation of the various programs and projects of all co-curricular
organizations.

3.3 Plan programs and synchronize student activities in the campus.

3.4 Serve as a venue to present accomplishment report, financial reports and

such other reports of the SSG and other organization as are necessary or
required; and,

3.5 Set rules and standards for the collection of membership fees or
contributions by recognized campus co – curricular clubs or organizations
for the approval of the School Head.

SECTION 4. The Coordinating Council shall meet at least once a month or upon notice of the
Chairperson or upon the request of any of its members as often as the council may
deem necessary.

SECTION 5. The School Head shall serve as the Adviser of the Coordinating Council. As such, all
resolutions and agreements arrived at by the Coordinating Council shall be the noted
by the School Head.

ARTICLE XIII

ADVISER

SECTION 1. The SSG Adviser shall be endorsed to the School Head from among the three (3)
teacher – nominees submitted by the newly – elected SSG officers through a
resolution.

SECTION 2. The SSG Adviser shall have the following qualifications:

2.1 Have experience organizational management;

2.2 With good character and reputation in the school and community;
 2.3 Competent, able and willing to work with the student leaders from planning
to implementation of projects, programs and activities.

SECTION 3. The SSG Adviser shall monitor all programs, projects, activities and meetings of
the SSG at all times.

SECTION 4. The Advisorhip in the SPG / SSG Adviser shall be equivalent to one teaching load as per
Republic Act No. 4670

SECTION 5. The SSG COMELEC Adviser shall be endorsed to the School Head from among the
three (3) teacher – nominees submitted by the COMELEC Chair through a resolution.

SECTION 6. The SSG COMELEC Adviser shall have the following qualifications:

6.1 Have experience organizational management;

6.2 With good character and reputation in the school and community;

. 6.3 Must be non – partisan and experienced in handling student government

elections.

SECTION 7. The SSG COMELEC Adviser shall monitor all activities and meetings of the SSG
COMELEC at all times.

ARTICLE XIV

COMMISSION ON ELECTIONS

SECTION 1. The Commission on Elections, herein referred to as the SSG COMELEC, shall be
established within twenty one (21) days before the day of election.

SECTION 2. The SSG COMELEC shall be the only agency that will manage the electoral process,
including the campaign.

SECTION 3. The SSG COMELEC members shall have the following qualifications:

3.1 Must be non – partisan;

3.2 Do not have a vested interest in the election; and

3.3 Not in any way related to any of the candidates.

SECTION 4. The composition of the members in the SSG COMELEC shall be three (3) from each
Grade level.

SECTION 5. The members of the SSG COMELEC shall be select a Chairperson among its members.

SECTION 6. The SSG COMELEC shall have the following duties and responsibilities:

6.1 Conduct fair, honest and systematic elections;

6.2 Adhere to the Standard SSG Election Code;

6.3 Validate the electoral proceedings and results;

 6.4 Accept or revoke candidacy;

6.5 Proclaim the new set of officers;

6.6 Keep all pertinent election papers/documents;

6.7 Decide on protest relative to the conduct and result of the elections

6.8 Prepare and distribute the necessary election paraphernalia, certificate of

candidacy forms and other election related materials before, during, and
after the election; and,

6.9 Disqualify candidates who have violated any of the guidelines, which have
been promulgated.

ARTICLE XV

THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY

SECTION 1. The General Assembly of the SSG shall be composed of all elected Homeroom Class
Organization Presidents of the school.

SECTION 2. The General Assembly shall be a forum for information and consultations, which
decisions shall be significantly considered.

SECTION 3. The General Assembly shall be convened by the SSG President once every two
months and as the need arises.

ARTICLE XVI

MEMBERSHIP TO THE DIVISION, REGIONAL AND NATIONAL FEDERATIONS OF SUPREME STUDENT

GOVERNMENTS

SECTION 1. The SSG, shall be, and shall remain to be, an automatic member of the Division,
Regional and National Federation of Supreme Student Governments.

SECTION 2. As such, this SSG shall abide by the rules and regulations issued by the proper
federation consistent with the policies and guidelines of the Department of Education.

ARTICLE XVII

MEETING AND QUORUM

SECTION 1. The SSG shall conduct regular meetings every first week of the month or as agreed
upon by the officers of the SSG.

SECTION 2. Special meetings of the SSG may be called upon by the President or by a majority of
the SSG officers.

SECTION 3. Majority of the officers of the SSG (50% + 1) shall constitute a quorum.

SECTION 4. Each member of the SPG / SSG is entitled to only one vote.

SECTION 5. If the votes end in draw, the SPG / SSG President or the Acting Chair of the meetings
shall cast the vote to break the tie.

SECTION 6. No proxy shall be allowed when voting.

ARTICLE XVIII

FINANCE

SECTION 1. All receipts of moneys from all sources shall be evidenced by acknowledgement
receipts.

SECTION 2. A monthly report on the receipts and / or collections made by signed Treasurer and
the President, and noted by the SSG Adviser shall be posted on the SSG Bulletin
Board and be submitted to the School Head.

SECTION 3. The SSG shall deposit all funds received collected and shall maintain banking
connection for the regular and savings account of the SSG.

SECTION 4. The organization may accept cash donations from any member or any public or private
person or institution, for as long as it will not affect or compromise the integrity of the
SSG.

SECTION 5. The SSG may undertake fund – raising activities to subsidize its projects and activities
for as long as it will not affect or compromise the integrity of the SSG.

SECTION 6. The SSG shall enjoy the freedom to determine its priorities in the disbursement of its
funds, provided that it shall be actually, directly and exclusively used to support and /
or finance SSG programs, projects and activities.

SECTION 7. All disbursement and bank withdrawals shall be made in accordance with the
programs, projects and activities of the SSG embodied in the yearly action plan
endorsed by the SSG Adviser and duly approved by the School Head.

SECTION 8. The SSG President and the Treasurer shall be the signatory of all fund
disbursements and bank withdrawals of the SSG. All fund disbursements and bank
withdrawals must be accompanied with an SSG resolution duty noted by the SSG
Adviser. All expenses must be supported by official receipts. The School Head shall be
provided a copy of all these resolutions relative the disbursement made.

SECTION 9. The SSG, through the Treasurer and the Auditor, shall promulgate financial guidelines
for proper financial management.
SECTION 10. At the end of every activity, the SSG shall liquidate expenses before another
disbursement. Without this, the succeeding bank withdrawals shall not be authorized.
Funds of the SSG shall be audited at the end of the term of the SSG and at the end of
every activity.

SECTION 11. Financial statements shall be posted in the SSG Bulletin Board every month, printed in
every issue of the school paper and the School Head must be furnished with a copy.

ARTICLE XIX

IMPEACHMENT, RESIGNATION AND VACANCIES

SECTION 1. The officers of the SSG may be impeached on the following grounds:

1.1 Culpable violations of the Constitution and By-Laws;

1.2 Gross misconduct, violence to person in authority, negligence, and

disloyalty to the cause of the SSG and the school;

1.3 Non – attendance in both regular and special meetings for three (3)
times without valid cause; and,

1.4 Abuse or misuse of power and authority.

SECTION 2. Two-third (2/3) vote of the General Assembly shall be necessary to decide after
hearing a case of impeachment.

SECTION 3. The decision of the General Assembly shall be final. However, the officer charged
shall be informed twenty (20) days prior to his/her impeachment case
proceedings, of the charge/charges and against him/her, to afford him/her the
opportunity to heard with or without a counsel in his/her defense.

SECTION 4. Resignation of an elected officer shall be in writing and shall take effect five (5)
days after the approval of the majority of the SSG officers.

SECTION 5. Resignation of an elected officer shall be in writing and shall take immediately
after the approval of the appointing authority.

SECTION 6. Any vacancy in any of the position for the reason of death, resignation,
impeachment, shall be filled, subject to the recommendation of the SSG.

SECTION 7. Any vacancy in the SSG, except the position of the President, shall be filled within
ten (10) school days from the day the position is rendered or considered vacant,
by appointment of the President from among the officers of the SSG.
Immediately upon the appointment, the officer appointed shall serve the
remaining period.

SECTION 8. The SSG COMELEC shall certify as the vacancy occurring in the SSG and the
SSG Adviser shall certify the fact of appointment of the officer to the vacant
position.
 ARTICLE XX

RATIFICATION OF THE CONSTITUTION

SECTION 1. This Constitution and By- Laws may be amended or modified in full or in part
once every three (3) years from its official issuance through a DepEd Order or
Memorandum.

SECTION 2. The school SSG, the Division and/or Regional Federations of Student
Governments may propose amendments. Such proposal shall be carried through
a resolution duly signed and concurred in by a majority vote of the School SSG
officers, the Division or Regional Federation officers concerned voting separately.

SECTION 3. Proposed amendments shall be transmitted to the Office of the Undersecretary

for Regional Operations at least one (1) month before the holding any national
conference or events organized for the purpose, where the same shall be
submitted for consultation, discussion and deliberation.

SECTION 4. Amendments to this Constitution and By-Laws shall take effect immediately upon
its ratification, and approval of the Secretary of the Department of Education.